Shtëpi

With our partner The National Gallery of Kosovo (NGK)

Presentation

The National Gallery of Kosovo and the Cité internationale des arts are pleased to announce the second edition of Shtëpi, a residency programme for visual artists living and working in Kosovo.

This programme aims to foster international mobility, broaden professional and artistic networks, and strengthen artistic practices through dedicated support in research, production, and visibility.

Three artists will be selected through an open call and reviewed by a jury composed of professionals from the fields of contemporary art and culture. The laureates will benefit from a fully funded three-month residency in Paris during the autumn of 2026, including tailored professional support and networking opportunities with artists and art professionals based in France, followed by the presentation of their work in a group exhibition at NGK–QAFA (December 2026- February 2027).

We invite all interested applicants to carefully read the practical information below before submitting their application.

The residency

Three artists will be selected. The residency will take place from September 3^rd to November 27^th , 2026.

Each selected artist will benefit from:

Professional support, networking opportunities, and events organized by the program’s partners
A live-in studio at the Cité internationale des arts in the Marais district, which consists of a single furnished space for both living and working
A monthly living stipend to cover living costs
Coverage of international round-trip travel to and from Paris airports, as well as travel insurance.

The transport of artworks or materials is not covered. A final report will be required at the end of the residency.

The programme at NGK (Kosovo)

Following the residency, selected artists will participate in a group exhibition at the National Gallery of Kosovo – QAFA (December 2026- February 2027).

For their exhibition at NGK QAFA, each artist will receive:

An artist’s fee
A production budget (determined in accordance with the proposed work)
Logistical and curatorial support from the NGK team.

Current

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Calendar

Forwarding of applications:

From 03 April to 15 May 2026

Announcement of results:

July 2026

Residences:

From 03 September to 27 November 2026

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria :

Be of Kosovar nationality, living and working in Kosovo;
Have an active artistic practice in the fields of visual arts;
Have at least three years of professional practice;
Be able to communicate effectively in English or French.

There is no age limit.

Artists who have previously benefited from a residency at the Cité internationale des arts are not eligible.

Applications from duos or collectives are accepted, but only one residency grant will be awarded per application: one studio, one stipend, and one travel allowance for a single representative.

Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee composed of representatives from the National Gallery of Kosovo, the Cité internationale des arts, and invited experts.

In addition to evaluating each applicant’s background, particular attention will be given to:

The quality and originality of the artistic practice and proposed project;
The relevance of the residency in Paris for the development of the project/research;
The methodology and working approach proposed;
Any existing or potential professional connections with the Paris art scene.

The jury will aim for a balanced selection, reflecting diversity in practices, backgrounds, and perspectives.

Various questions

How to apply ?

To submit your application, a Google account is required. If you do not have one, please create one HERE.

Applicants’ files must contain the following elements:

A detailed curriculum vitae (4 pages maximum), in English;
A portfolio, in English, including visuals of works with complete captions (15 pages maximum), if necessary with video links, or audio files representative of the work if (mp3, avi);
A statement of intent (max. 2 pages), including:
- An overview of your artistic background and current practice;
- A description of the research or creation project you plan to undertake during the residency, including themes and methods;
- Your reasons for carrying out this project in Paris, and specifically at the Cité internationale des arts (in relation to context, content, institutions, or potential collaborations);
- Your motivation to take part in the life of the Cité and its diverse community of 300 residents;
- Present an initial phase of a project to be further developed or researched during the residency at Cité internationale des arts;

A project proposal for the exhibition at the NGK – QAFA (max. 1 page)
- Propose a new commission, smaller-scale productions suitable for a group exhibition, or works that have not been previously exhibited

The exhibition will be curated by Hana Halilaj, Curator at the National Gallery of Kosova.

Please note: once submitted, applications cannot be modified.

If you are unable to access the online form, please contact admissions@citedesartsparis.fr.

Residency Conditions

The laureates will be accommodated in live-in-studios located on the Marais site of the Cité internationale des arts. With a surface area ranging from 20 to 35m², the live-in-studios are designed to combine creative work and daily life. They consist of a workroom, kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping area. A live-in-studio can accommodate up to two adults and one child up to 10 years old. Additional fees will be charged for accompanying persons.

Unfortunately, the proposed live-in-studios do not meet current accessibility standards for people with disabilities, but efforts are being made to address this for the future.

For any questions regarding the accessibility of spaces at the Cité internationale des arts, please contact us.

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